Monthly Archives: September 2013

Sautéd broccoli rabe Do you have a bitter-sweet relationship with broccoli rabe? If so, you have heaps of company worldwide. In inexperienced hands, the pantothenic acid, vitamin rich greens have a tendency to turn out too bitter or too...

Mighty Olive Cocktails Most people have heard of, or tasted, a Dirty Martini. It’s one of several cocktails that may be made with our Browne-Halco Stainless Steel Cocktail Shaker. In our opinion, it’s also an excellent cocktail to build...

How to Prepare Poultry The advice on poultry for safe preparation is something that needs following closely because birds tend to be bearers of food borne illnesses such as salmonella.. About.com's page on chicken and poultry safety advises that...

Fabulous Pan Seared Duck Breast Have you ever heard the old saying about ducks? You know, it?s the one that starts out with the words ?If it walks like a duck.? Well, it?s partially based on the assumption that...

Bamix Immersion Blenders Have you decided that it’s time to purchase your first immersion blender? If so, we’d suggest that you take into account several things. Among them are the immersion blender’s drive shaft size, power capabilities, safety fea

Deep Fried Oreo Cut in Half It’s the season of Fall festivals and county fairs! You and your family relish time spent together experiencing the thrill of the rides, fun games, clown shows, and squealing pig races. Among the...

Emile Henry Ceramic Tagine The elegant, conical shape of the North African tagine is still unfamiliar to many American cooks, but for those in the know, the tagine is an irreplaceable vessel. Used widely in Morocco, Tunisia, and beyond,...

Whipped Cream is a great addition to many desserts! I was invited to a Thanksgiving dinner one fall, and I contributed a pumpkin pie to the meal. I remember stopping to get some whipped cream at the store, feeling...

Proper Knife Sharpening is Essential Keeping your knives sharp is just as important as sharpening them. Knives that are not used and maintained properly will become dull quicker, which can shorten the life of your knives. By following these...